Registered Nurse - Ortho Trauma Unit - FT Nights

Indiana University Health, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health Methodist's 4S Surgical Orthopedic Trauma Unit is a 29-bed unit focused on trauma care, including joint repairs and thoracolumbar procedures. The night shift is full-time, offering a fast-paced, team-based nursing environment with strong patient-centered care.

Qualified candidates hold an ASN, an Indiana RN license or NLC, and BLS certification; BSN is preferred. Opportunities for professional development and clinical advancement are highlighted within a culture of

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred.
• RN license in Indiana or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) required.
• BLS certification through the AHA.
• Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Two years acute care experience may qualify for exceptions subject to CNO.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

ASN

BSN preferred

RN license Indiana or NLC

BLS certification (AHA)

Graduated from nationally accredited nursing program

Job description

Shift: Night Shift - Full Time

Unit Acuity Level

MedSurg

Hospital

Methodist

This position currently qualifies for a NEW hourly location differential in addition to standard shift and holiday differentials.

About the Unit

Indiana University Health Methodist's 4S Surgical Orthopedic Trauma Unit is a highly specialized, 29-bed medical surgical unit. 4S team members are trained in the care of patients presenting with a variety of orthopedic traumas, including, but not limited to, motor vehicle/motorcycle trauma, falls, crush injuries, joint repairs and replacements, and thoracolumbar surgeries.

Nursing skills gained on this unit

• Management of complex and varying patient diagnoses
• Time management skills
• Post operative surgical care skills
• Prioritization of care
• Become strong in foundational nursing skills
• Adept communication with the multidisciplinary team

Unit Culture Highlights

Strong patient care model Excellent teamwork Opportunity for professional development and career growth

Qualifications

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Education: The Registered Nurse (RN) must have graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Exceptions: Candidates who have not graduated from a nationally accredited program may be considered if they possess more than two years of acute care experience. Such exceptions are subject to review and approval by the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana's largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment that is patient centered.
• Competitive benefits.
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match.
• Employer paid medical leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness - IU Health qualifies under the public service loan forgiveness program.
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck. The more you participate, the more you earn.

Our culture of compassion allows for a holistic delivery of care that is individualized based on our patients' and their families' needs. At IU Health, every team member is a caregiver. This care does not stop with our patients, it also extends to one another and our community through service projects, health initiatives and wellness education.